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What to do in Mérida
Popular places to visit

Progreso Beach
Nothing says holiday like spending a lazy day at Progreso Beach, a popular beach in Mérida. Stroll along the area's seaside or simply enjoy its restaurants.

Paseo de Montejo
Walk down this beautiful tree-lined avenue for a little taste of all the things that make Mérida such a charming place to visit.

Mérida Cathedral
Visit chapels and survey impressive works of religious art inside this ancient church, an imposing building in the historical center of Merida.

Yucatan International Convention Center
Learn about the events happening in Yucatan International Convention Center during your trip to Mérida. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its shops.

Celestún Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Celestún Beach during your travels in Mérida?

Uxmal Archaeological Site
Learn about the local history of Santa Elena with a stop at Uxmal Archaeological Site. While in this relaxing area, you can savour the local chocolate shops and restaurants.

Cenotes Cuzama
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Cenotes Cuzama during your travels in Cuzama. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.

Plaza Grande
Locals stop for friendly chats and large shady trees line the paved walkways. This main square is truly the heart of downtown Merida.
Plaza Altabrisa
During your trip to Mérida, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Plaza Altabrisa. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Areas of Mérida

Mérida Centro
Mérida Centro is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Paseo de Montejo and Plaza Grande while you're in town.

Chicxulub Puerto
Travellers like the beaches in Chicxulub Puerto, and Playa Uaymitun is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Zona Paseo Montejo
While visiting Zona Paseo Montejo, you might make a stop by sights like Paseo de Montejo and Paseo 60.

Uxmal
Historical sites, archaeological sites and restaurants are some highlights of Uxmal. Make a stop by Pyramid of the Magician or Uxmal Archaeological Site while you're exploring.

Puerto Yucalpetén
While Puerto Yucalpetén may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Progreso Beach and Progreso Pier.
- Progreso Beach
- Plaza Altabrisa
- Yucatán Siglo XXI Convention Center
- Plaza Galerias Mall
- The Harbor Lifestyle Mall
- Star Medica Hospital
- Yucatan Country Club
- Cenotes Hacienda Mucuyché
- Hospital Faro del Mayab
- House of the Turtles
- Monument to the Fatherland
- Cenote X'batun
- Jose Peon Contreras Theater
- The Ecological Reserve Corchito